Monday, February 18, 2019 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

*Scientific Creative Innovative Engaging New Cool Experience A hands-on STEM and arts program focusing on health issues of concern to the local D.C. community. Presented by Children's National Health Systems, this month's topic is "Safety First!" Bicycle helmets will be given on a first come, first served basis.

Engaging intros to science topics for preK-2nd graders

Why is the sky blue?
Why do dogs wag their tails?
Why don’t I float away when I hold a balloon?
Why?
WHY?
WHYYYYY?
If you have a kiddo in your life, you probably encounter questions like these all the time. These questions are beautiful proof that children are budding scientists, eager to explore how and why things work. But, um, they’re really dang tough to answer.

DIY Button and Book Marker Making

Want to wear your message to the world on your shoulder? Don't wait until February to make your mark.
Come to a special post-Kwanzaa/Get-Ready-for-Black-History-Month DIY craft for teens at the Parklands-Turner Library.
Saturday, Jan. 13 from 1 - 3 p.m., teens will immortalize powerful, meaningful images and words as they design their own buttons and book markers to wear during Black History Month and beyond.

Earn Community Service Hours as a Library Youth Advisor

Teens! Are you a respectful, responsible young adult aged 13-19 and interested in sharing your ideas about how the Parklands-Turner Library can meet your needs and the needs of other young people in our community?
Visit the library today or phone 202-645-4532 and ask to speak with Ms. Auset for more information on how you can be a part of this exciting new group.

Friday, July 8, 1 p.m.

Artist/educator, Karen Brown brings a project to inspire play and creativity as the library begins Maker Month. Mark your calendars for this fun-filled event and drop by the library each Friday during the month of July for more Maker programs.
Recommended for ages 7 and 14.

July 11-14, 2016

This summer, explore science in the seas-- oceanography. Use microscopes and engage in hands-on experiments while learning more about marine animals and sea water. In branch registration by a parent or guardian is open now. Only 16 students per level will be admitted on a first come first served basis.
Classes for the William O. Lockridge/Bellevue Library: Levels I & II, July 11-14
Level I- 2-3 p.m., children entering grades 2 and 3
Level II- 3:30-4:30 p.m., children entering grades 4 through 6